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John Chamberlain
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
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Description
- John Chamberlain
- Golden Smell
- acrylic lacquer and polyester resin on aluminum
- 64 by 52 by 36 in. 162.6 by 132.1 by 91.4 cm.
- Executed in 1973.
Provenance
Commissioned by the present owner from the artist in 1980
Exhibited
Essex, Connecticut, Dia Art Foundation, Chamberlain Gardens: Essex, May - November 1982 and May 1983
Literature
Julie Sylvester, ed., John Chamberlain: A Catalogue Raisonné of the Sculpture 1954 - 1985, New York, 1986, cat. no. 448, p. 129, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in fair condition overall. The acrylic lacquer and polyester resin surface has networks of thin, hairline craquelure, resulting in spots of chipping and flaking to the paint, revealing the aluminum under layer. Dust and paint flakes have accumulated in spots, and there is evidence of corrosion in the crevices.
*Please note the auction begins at 9:30 am on November 14th.*
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.